Satire

David Wain's latest comedy, 'Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass,' debuted at the Sundance Film Festival on January 25, 2026, earning praise for its antic satire of high-concept movies. Starring Zoey Deutch as a naive Kansas hairdresser chasing a celebrity encounter in Los Angeles, the film blends fish-out-of-water tropes with surreal absurdity. Reviewers highlight its affectionate nod to Hollywood clichés while delivering nonstop gags.

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Casper Kelly's horror-comedy 'Buddy' debuted at the Sundance Film Festival, offering a satirical take on the children's TV show 'Barney & Friends' where a plush unicorn mascot turns murderous. Voiced by Keegan-Michael Key, the film blends whimsy with genre elements, drawing mixed reactions for its inspired but uneven execution. The movie screened in the Midnight section on January 23, 2026.

Each week, Politico publishes a gallery of political cartoons from artists across the United States. The feature, edited by Matt Wuerker, showcases a selection of work capturing the week in politics.

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A new episode of the satirical series Politically Aweh delves into the Johannesburg G20 summit, highlighting youth uprisings across Africa. Hosts KG Mokgadi and Zoë Human navigate restricted access to leaders, blending comedy with calls for accountability. Activists from Kenya and Madagascar voice frustrations over unfulfilled promises.

Politico published a new installment of its recurring roundup of editorial cartoons, curated by Matt Wuerker, offering a satirical look at the week’s political news.

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Three new movies from acclaimed directors Paul Thomas Anderson, Luca Guadagnino, and Kathryn Bigelow address complex political themes like extremism, sexual assault accusations, and nuclear threats. These films avoid straightforward advocacy, instead embracing doubt and nuance to provoke audience reflection. Released amid ongoing societal debates, they highlight cinema's role in exploring divisive topics.